Event Setup Houseman | Part-Time | MARCUS Performing Arts Center
Location
US-WI-Milwaukee
Job ID 2025-24980
Location Name
MARCUS Performing Arts Center Category Catering / Banquet / Event Sales Type Regular Part-Time
Oak View Group
Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet.
Position Summary
Under direct supervision from an Event Services Supervisor, Event Setup Housemen perform event set-up and tear down, housekeeping and light maintenance tasks as assigned. In the absence of an Event Services Supervisor, may receive instruction from the Event Services Lead, Director of Events, Event Manager or Manager on Duty.
This role pays an hourly rate of $17.00-$19.00
Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) Savings Plan and 401(k) matching
This position will remain open until October 31, 2025.
About the Venue
Serving more than 200,000 people annually, MARCUS Performing Arts Center (MPAC) brings a diverse range of celebrated performing arts to the region, including:
Tony Award-winning Broadway shows.
Exceptional music, dance, and theatre events from artists in Milwaukee and around the world.
Exciting community events & celebrations.
Fun, educational experiences for young audiences.
Private events, like weddings and meetings.
A fixture in Milwaukee for over 50 years, MPAC is home to four major resident companies: Black Arts MKE, First Stage, The Florentine Opera, and Milwaukee Ballet. MPAC is proud to be part of the Milwaukee Theater District as well as a dedicated War Memorial facility, honoring those who bravely served our country.
From our world-class performances to inspiring community events, we hope your experience at the Marcus Performing Arts Center leaves you feeling transported and transformed.
Responsibilities
Sets up tables, chairs, staging, dance floor, and other equipment according to the room diagrams and event resumes
Tears down equipment and supplies after events are over
Maintains cleanliness in the event spaces, including hallways and other common areas
Keeps service corridors and storage areas clean, organized, and unobstructed
Empties trash and operates various types of cleaning equipment
Reads and understands room diagrams and event resumes in order to set event spaces accordingly
Interacts with other staff and event planners, and responds quickly to needs and requests
Other duties as assigned by management
Qualifications
Must have high school diploma or equivalent GED and must be able to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance
Must be 18 years of age or older
Must be available to work flexible hours and days including early morning, days, evenings, overnight, weekends and holidays
Must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time and lift objects up to 50 pounds
Possession of, or ability to obtain a valid Kansas or Missouri driver's license or identification card
Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference
At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (protected class) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.
Location
US-WI-Milwaukee
Job ID 2025-24980
Location Name
MARCUS Performing Arts Center Category Catering / Banquet / Event Sales Type Regular Part-Time
Oak View Group
Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet.
Position Summary
Under direct supervision from an Event Services Supervisor, Event Setup Housemen perform event set-up and tear down, housekeeping and light maintenance tasks as assigned. In the absence of an Event Services Supervisor, may receive instruction from the Event Services Lead, Director of Events, Event Manager or Manager on Duty.
This role pays an hourly rate of $17.00-$19.00
Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) Savings Plan and 401(k) matching
This position will remain open until October 31, 2025.
About the Venue
Serving more than 200,000 people annually, MARCUS Performing Arts Center (MPAC) brings a diverse range of celebrated performing arts to the region, including:
Tony Award-winning Broadway shows.
Exceptional music, dance, and theatre events from artists in Milwaukee and around the world.
Exciting community events & celebrations.
Fun, educational experiences for young audiences.
Private events, like weddings and meetings.
A fixture in Milwaukee for over 50 years, MPAC is home to four major resident companies: Black Arts MKE, First Stage, The Florentine Opera, and Milwaukee Ballet. MPAC is proud to be part of the Milwaukee Theater District as well as a dedicated War Memorial facility, honoring those who bravely served our country.
From our world-class performances to inspiring community events, we hope your experience at the Marcus Performing Arts Center leaves you feeling transported and transformed.
Responsibilities
Sets up tables, chairs, staging, dance floor, and other equipment according to the room diagrams and event resumes
Tears down equipment and supplies after events are over
Maintains cleanliness in the event spaces, including hallways and other common areas
Keeps service corridors and storage areas clean, organized, and unobstructed
Empties trash and operates various types of cleaning equipment
Reads and understands room diagrams and event resumes in order to set event spaces accordingly
Interacts with other staff and event planners, and responds quickly to needs and requests
Other duties as assigned by management
Qualifications
Must have high school diploma or equivalent GED and must be able to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance
Must be 18 years of age or older
Must be available to work flexible hours and days including early morning, days, evenings, overnight, weekends and holidays
Must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time and lift objects up to 50 pounds
Possession of, or ability to obtain a valid Kansas or Missouri driver's license or identification card
Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference
At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (protected class) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.
Job ID: 487988642
Originally Posted on: 8/3/2025
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